315 Oyo Pilgrims Arrive in Medina for Hajj 2026
315 intending pilgrims from Oyo State have safely arrived in Medina, Saudi Arabia, to begin the 2026 Hajj rites aboard an Air Peace flight.
Category : Security
Anambra Youths Demand Probe After Deadly SASA Raid
Youths of Mgbakwu community in Anambra state protest the alleged killing of Chinyeaka Ike by SASA operatives, calling on Governor Soludo to order a full investigation.
Navy Raids Camps in Cross River, Seizes 10 Boats
Nigerian Navy raids militant hideouts on Dayspring Island, Cross River, confiscating ten outboard boat engines. Joint operations with Army degrade militant capabilities and secure waterways.
Nigeria, Ghana Unite Against Drug Trafficking
Nigeria and Ghana formalized a strategic alliance to combat transnational drug syndicates, signing an MoU to enhance cooperation against evolving trafficking methods.
Lady Proposes Mandatory Cybersecurity Skill for All
A lady went viral on X, advocating for basic cybersecurity education to be mandatory for everyone, citing frequent account breaches and online threats.
Coroner Suspends Inquest into Adichie's Son's Death
Coroner Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji halts hearing into the death of Chimamanda Adichie's son, criticizing Lagos AG's directive as a breach of judicial independence.
Cleric Gives Food, Cash to Vulnerable Nigerians in Delta
Samuel Akpan-Isong distributed food and cash to widows, single mothers, elderly, and unemployed youths in Asaba, calling on President Tinubu to address rising hardship.
Ebonyi Lifts Curfew in Amasiri, Retains Security
Ebonyi State Security Council lifts curfew in Amasiri community, Afoikpo LGA, after improved security. DSS says strategic presence remains to sustain peace.
Deji Adeyanju Slams Charly Boy Over Leaked Audio on Betrayal
Deji Adeyanju ridicules Charly Boy after a leaked audio allegedly shows the singer confessing to collecting money from Festus Keyamo during the 2019 elections.
Cross River Govt Condemns Hospital Vandalism Over UNICROSS Crash
Cross River State Government condemns vandalism of General Hospital Calabar after protests over UNICROSS accident. Commissioner clarifies no deaths occurred at hospital.
Nigeria Paramilitary Forces: Roles and Responsibilities
Discover the complete list of paramilitary forces in Nigeria, their functions, and how they differ from the military. Learn about key challenges and comparisons.
Jealous Mother Gets Life for Killing Daughter, 4
Rebekah Weikle was sentenced to life in prison for murdering her 4-year-old daughter Haley out of jealousy over the attention from her husband.
Police Arrest Six Kidnapping Suspects in Kaduna
Nigeria Police arrest six notorious kidnapping suspects and rescue victims in Kaduna State. The syndicate is linked to multiple abductions including a senior police officer.
Kano Court Sentences Phone Robber to Death for Murder
A Kano State High Court sentenced Abdulaziz Umar to death by hanging for the murder of 22-year-old Mubarak Salisu Badawa during a phone robbery in 2020.
Ugandan-American Sentenced to Death for Toddler Killings
Christopher Okello Onuum, 39, was sentenced to death for killing four toddlers in a Kampala daycare attack in April 2026.
Complaint Filed Against LinkedIn Over User Data Access
Noyb filed a complaint in Austria against LinkedIn for allegedly failing to provide users full access to their personal data, violating GDPR. The group seeks a fine and compliance.
NYSC, SEMA Fight Small Arms Proliferation in Yobe IDP Camps
NYSC, SALWCDS, and Yobe SEMA launch an awareness campaign on small arms proliferation at Abujan Mai Mala IDP camp and Mohammad Gombe farming community.
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Police Fire Shots at Student Protest in Cross River
Police reportedly fired shots during a student protest over poor healthcare in Cross River, sparking outrage and renewed concerns over police brutality in Nigeria.
DHQ defends arrest of influencer Justice Crack, warns soldiers
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters defends the arrest of influencer Justice Crack, stating he incited soldiers to disobedience, not whistleblowing. The military warns against subversion.
BPP Launches Navy Procurement Training Programme
The Bureau of Public Procurement launches mandatory capacity building for Nigerian Navy logistics officers to enhance compliance and professionalism in defence procurement.
RCCG Pastor Accused of Attempted Rape by Lady at LAUTECH
A young lady at LAUTECH congregation accused RCCG pastor Tayo Sobowale of attempted rape to his face, recounting inappropriate advances and harassment.
Soldier killed, another injured in Imo ambush
Troops of 34 Artillery Brigade were ambushed in Imo State, leaving one soldier dead and another injured. Two AK-47 rifles were stolen, and two burnt vehicles and corpses were recovered.
Autopsy Done on Man Killed by Police Officer ASP Usman
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu confirms autopsy on Mine Ogidi, killed by ASP Nuhu Usman. Family attended. Usman and team remain in custody.
Kled AI exits Nigeria over 95% fraud rate
Kled AI, a US data platform, removed its app from Nigeria and imposed an IP ban after detecting a 95% fraud rate, including fake images and documents.
MTN, Airtel Restrict Calls for Debtors Under FCCPC Rules
Nigeria's telcos restrict outgoing calls for unpaid airtime debts, recovering over N2 trillion. Millions affected as borrowing services remain suspended amid legal disputes.
Secret Service Agent Arrested for Indecent Exposure in Miami
John Spillman, a US Secret Service agent, was arrested in Miami for allegedly masturbating in a hotel hallway while on a security detail for President Trump.
El Chapo Asks US Court for Transfer to Mexico
Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman sent a handwritten letter to a US federal court requesting extradition to Mexico, a move legal experts deem unlikely to succeed.
Loomer, Owens Trade Legal Threats in Doxxing Feud
Conservative commentators Laura Loomer and Candace Owens threaten lawsuits over allegations of doxxing vehicles and hacking data, escalating a public feud.
Kled AI Suspends Nigeria Services Over Fraud
Kled AI, a US data firm, has blocked Nigeria after detecting 95% fraud rate in user uploads, paying out thousands of dollars to fraudsters before suspension.
Epstein Survivors Urge NY Dems to Pass Bill on Estate Lawsuits
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein testified in Albany, pressing New York Democrats to pass legislation allowing them to sue his estate for damages, citing legal loopholes.
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